
AP ICET cutoff 2026 refers to the minimum score required to qualify for counselling and admission process. Accepting colleges will release AP ICET 2026 cut off based on the ICET ranks obtained by the candidates in exam. Colleges under Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) will publish the AP ICET cut off 2026 list at icet-sche.aptonline.in. Candidates meeting the cutoff criteria will be eligible for final admissions.
APSCHE will release AP ICET 2026 counselling schedule soon after declaration of AP ICET result 2026. Last year, Authorities recorded the attendance of approximately 91% of candidates who appeared for the AP ICET exam. As per the statistics, 32 719 candidates qualified for the exam out of the 34,131 candidates.
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- What is AP ICET Passing Marks?
- APICET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- AP ICET Closing Ranks 2026 (Expected)
- Factors Determining AP ICET Cutoff 2026
- AP ICET 2026 Merit List- Tie Breaking
- AP ICET Exam Statistics
- FAQs on AP ICET Cutoff
What is AP ICET Passing Marks?
Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education has prescribed the AP ICET passing marks. As per the criteria, General category students must score a minimum of 25% i.e., 50 marks out of 200 marks. There are no qualifying marks for candidates belonging to SC/ST categories. Candidates must note that AP ICET scorecard is valid for one year from the date of declaration.
Commonly asked questions
AP ICET 2026 will be conducted in multiple sessions with different sets of question papers in both shifts. To make sure that no candidate gets an advantage or disadvantage because of the difficulty level of their shift, a process called normalization is used. AP ICET normalisation process adjusts scores to a common scale (like CAT and JEE) so that marks are fair for everyone across all sessions.
APICET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of APICET 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 02 May ' 26 | APICET 2026 Exam Date |
AP ICET Closing Ranks 2026 (Expected)
Candidates seeking admission to MBA program of state colleges can check the table below to know expected AP ICET 2026 closing rank for top colleges:
| Institute name |
Male General Category R1-GN-HS |
Female General Category R1-GN-HS-F |
|---|---|---|
| 628 |
2032 |
|
| 731 |
5338 |
|
| 862 |
514 |
|
| 862 |
514 |
|
| 1820 |
1434 |
|
| 6276 |
2259 |
|
| 9732 |
9787 |
|
| 13606 |
10371 |
|
| 13963 |
20275 |
|
| Sri Krishnadevaraya University Self-Finance |
16481 |
39036 |
| JNTUA School Of Management Studies Self-Finance |
20144 |
22369 |
| 32503 |
28041 |
|
| 42448 |
41655 |
AP ICET Expected Cutoff 2026
Candidates can check the table below to know the expected AP ICET cutoff 2026:
| Marks |
Expected AP ICET ranks |
|---|---|
| 198 â 171 |
1 to 10Â |
| 170 â 161 |
31 to 70Â |
| 160 â 151 |
71 to 100Â |
| 150 â 141 |
101 to 200Â |
| 140 â 131 |
201 to 350Â |
| 130 â 121 |
351 to 500Â |
| 120 â 111 |
501 to 1000 |
| 110 â 91 |
1001 to 1500Â |
| 90 â 81 |
1501 to 3000Â |
| 80 â 71 |
3001 to 10000Â |
| 70 â 61 |
10001 to 25000 |
| 60 â 51 |
25001 and above |
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Ranks in Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 are given based on the marks obtained by candidates in APICET 2026 exam. The ranks are given as:
- The actual score (including decimal value) is considered while giving ranks.
- However, in the rank card, marks will be rounded off and shown up to two decimal places.
Andhra Pradesh ICET cutoff is released after the results are announced. AP ICET accepting colleges releases the list of score and ranks applicable for admissions to the MBA/MCA programme during the counselling process. On the basis of the preferences enetered by the candidates during the AP ICET counselling registration process and AP ICET rank, candidates are allotted the colleges. Candidates can choose to freeze or move to further counselling rounds. Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 counselling dates will be announced after the declaration of results. Candidates must make sure to complete the AP ICET 2026 counselling registration process to appear for counselling rounds.
Based on the scores and ranks obtained by the candidates, they can know their probable chances on getting into desired institute by checking the expected ranks and cutoff for AP ICET 2026 here- AP ICET rank wise college list
To get a seat in Andhra University for MBA program, candidate must have a rank of ranging between 300-500. Andhra University will release the seat allotment result based on the number of application recieved.
Factors Determining AP ICET Cutoff 2026
AP ICET cutoff is released considering the below factors:
- Total number of candidates appeared for AP ICET 2026 exam
- Total number of seats in college and course
- Level of difficulty of ICET question paper
- Reservation policy
- Previous year cutoff
How is a rank assigned based on the AP ICET 2026 Score?
The candidates who will secure 25% marks in AP ICET 2026 (50 out of 200) and candidates belonging to the category of SC and ST to whom qualifying marks are not prescribed, shall be assigned rank in the order of the merit based on marks obtained in AP ICET exam.
Commonly asked questions
APICET 2026 results will be announced in online mode. Only candidates who will appear for the exam can download their scorecard online at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. For re-evaluation of the Andhra Pradesh ICET result, or to report any kind of discrepancy, candidates must contact the officials. For re-evaluation of the result, candidates must submit an application form and pay INR 1,000 for the process. Candidates can contact at the helpdesk of Andhra Pradesh ICET helpdeskapicet2026@gmail.com or contact at 9000977657 from 10 am to 5 pm.
Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results will be announced in third week of May. The results are released on the official website of AP ICET. Candidates who will appear for the exam will be able to check their scores at cets. Aspche. Andhra Pradesh. Gov. In. The APICET scorecard mentions the details such as: candidate details, exam details, section-wise marks, overall marks and rank obtained. During the AP ICET counselling process, on the basis of the rank obtained candidates will be allotted the institute in the state of Andhra Pradesh for admission to MBA or MCA programme. Candidates from first to last rank will be eligible to appear for the Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling process.
AP ICET 2026 Merit List- Tie Breaking
In case more than one student scores the same marks in AP ICET 2026, the tie will be resolved as per the below-mentioned criteria:
- By considering the marks scored in Section-A
- If the tie persists, marks obtained by a student in Section B will be taken into consideration.
- If the tie persists, the tie will be resolved by taking the age of the candidate into account and giving the older candidate Priority
Note- Rank obtained in AP ICET 2026 will only be valid for the academic year 2026-27.
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After APICET normalization, candidate's final marks may be a bit different from their raw score (the score they got by counting correct answers directly). The Andhra Pradesh ICET final normalized marks of the candidate will be considered for preparing the merit list and assigning them rank.
AP ICET Exam Statistics
AP ICET exam statistics have been updated in the table below:Â
| Features |
2023 |
2024 |
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of candidates who applied for AP ICET |
49,162 |
48,828 |
37,572 |
| Number of candidates who appeared for AP ICET |
44,343 |
44,446 |
34,131 |
| Number of candidates qualified in AP ICET |
37,326 |
42,984 |
TBA |
| Percentage of students qualified |
84.14% |
91.05% |
TBA |
Commonly asked questions
Top colleges in Andhra Pradesh accepting Andhra Pradesh ICET scores are:
- Acharya Nagarjuna University College
- Andhra University Colleges Of Arts And Commerce
- Dr B R Ambedkar University
- Sri Krishnadevaraya University
- Yogi Vemana University
- Vikrama Simhapuri University
- Dr.Abdul Haq Urdu University
- Krishna University
- Adikavi Nannaya University Campus
- Adikavi Nannaya Univ College of Arts & Commerce
- Adikavi Nannaya University Campus
- S V U College Of Commerce Manegement and Computer Science
Check the complete list of top colleges here- https://www.shiksha.com/mba/colleges/mba-colleges-accepting-icet-andhra-pradesh.
The Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test is of generally moderate difficulty and is manageable if the candidate is prepared well for the exam. It is comparatively easier MBA entrance examiantion from CAT, XAT or CMAT. Andhra Pradesh ICET exam is conducted for admission to colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
No, marks will not be deducted for any wrong answer or not attempeted question in Andhra Pradesh ICET exam. Candidates will be get one mark for every correct answer and no marks for any wrong answers.
FAQs on AP ICET Cutoff
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Some of the top Andhra Pradesh ICET accepting colleges in Andhra Pradesh are:
- Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
- Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati
- JNTU Kakinada and Anantapur
- GITAM School of Business
- Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur
- RVR and JC College of Engineering, Guntur
If you do not qualify the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam, you can appear for other MBA entrance examinations like TS ICET, CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT and so forth and prepare well in advance for these exams.
You can also apply for admission to colleges which offer admission on merit basis based on class 12th and UG score.
To download the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test rank card 2026, candidates must visit the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and enter the below details soon after the scorecard is released:
- AP ICET 2026 Registration number
- APICET Admit Card number
Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test result 2026 can be checked on the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. APSCHE will declare the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results on May 16, 2026 in online mode. Candidates must enter their Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 login details to download the rank card PDF.
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AP ICET 2026 registration without late fee last date is March 02, 2026. APSCHE commenced Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 registrations on February 05, 2026. Candidates must complete the application process before the deadline to avoid any late fee. Students applying after March 02, 2026 will have to pay
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Some of the top Andhra Pradesh ICET accepting colleges in Andhra Pradesh are:
- Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
- Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati
- JNTU Kakinada and Anantapur
- GITAM School of Business
- Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur
- RVR and JC College of Engineering, Guntur
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If you do not qualify the Andhra Pradesh ICET exam, you can appear for other MBA entrance examinations like TS ICET, CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT and so forth and prepare well in advance for these exams.Â
You can also apply for admission to colleges which offer admission on merit basis based on class 12th and
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To download the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test rank card 2026, candidates must visit the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and enter the below details soon after the scorecard is released:
- AP ICET 2026 Registration number
- APICET Admit Card number
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Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test result 2026 can be checked on the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. APSCHE will declare the Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 results on May 16, 2026 in online mode. Candidates must enter their Andhra Pradesh ICET 2026 login deta
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No, Andhra Pradesh ICET cutoff or closing ranks are not same every year. Andhra Pradesh ICET cutoff is released by the accepting colleges considering the number of students applied for college, Andhra Pradesh ICET score, seats and Andhra Pradesh ICET difficulty level. Andhra Pradesh ICET accepting c
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Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test merit list is prepared by the accepting colleges after the declaration of results. Based on the number of candidates who apply for Andhra Pradesh ICET counselling and their Andhra Pradesh ICET score/rank, accepting colleges releases the Andhra Pradesh I
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Yes, candidates can prepare for Andhra Pradesh ICET exam in 30 days, provided students is focused and follow the schedule with discipline. In 30 days of Andhra Pradesh ICET preparation, candidates must focus on:
- Concepts clarity
- Revision and mock tests
- Solve previous year question papers
- Focus on high w
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There are no prescribed good marks for Andhra Pradesh ICET exam. Candidates must score a minimum of 25% marks in Andhra Pradesh ICET exam to qualify for counselling process. For final admissions, candidates must have a ideal score of 150+ to get admission in top MBA colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
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A period of three to four months is sufficient to prepare for Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test. In this period candidates can cover the Andhra Pradesh ICET syllabus and practice mock tests. In three to four months, candidates can analyse the previous year question paper and exam patter
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500 Institutes accepting APICET
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam ⢠Public
- 3 years
- |
- Full Time
Guntur ⢠Public
College of Commerce, Management and Computer Science
Tirupati ⢠Public
Registration - 5 Feb '26 - 2 Mar '26
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